Bowl of Saki for February 18    (49)


Harmony

The lover of music and teacher of instruments does not force his particular views upon another. Even though he knows the glory and joys of music, and loves all kinds, he knows that some do not wish for these sounds at all. Others are drawn to a bit, or a particular tone. For others a harmony or crescendo lifts their spirits. He supports them all - and provides the music. When a student struggles with learning and playing, sounds a note too flat or sharp, he does not chastise him for trying. He guides to what is needed, within the capacity, the range of this student. He helps what is needed to do: to make the next step.

The learner of life is like the aspiring musician. He tries to master the instrument and tunes himself to the music. The teacher of music is as the guide or worker within the realm of this world. His instrument is the heart; the breath as the sound, and the music is love. Tolerance comes, for he sees through the eyes and hears through the ears of himself: his love, Divine - the other, not other at all.

To touch the heart one does what is needed, when it is needed. The music raises all, and the harmony plays out.


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